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Champions League: Yannick Cahuzac, “something fishy” at RC Lens

Following the catastrophic performance of RC Lens on Wednesday evening against Como in the Champions League (1-9), the Yannick Cahuzac…

By Manu Tournoux · French Football Weekly

Published: Thursday, 5 November 2026 at 7:30 PM

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Questions and scrutiny have arisen around RC Lens coach Yannick Cahuzac after a 9-1 Champions League defeat to Como.
RC Lens suffered a historic 9-1 loss against Como on the fourth matchday of the Champions League.
Journalist Virginie Sainsily suggested potential cronyism regarding sporting director Jean-Louis Leca's appointment of Cahuzac.

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RC Lens coach Yannick Cahuzac has come under heavy scrutiny following the club's 9-1 defeat to Como in the Champions League. Observers and media figures have questioned his appointment, with journalist Virginie Sainsily suggesting potential cronyism behind his rise to head coach.

Cahuzac was named manager by sporting director Jean-Louis Leca after Dino Toppmöller abruptly left the club in September. Toppmöller had replaced Pierre Sage in the summer, but departed following the dismissal of assistant Nelson Morgado, paving the way for Cahuzac's promotion.

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Champions League: Yannick Cahuzac, “something fishy” at RC Lens

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